Program Overview

PGCE Secondary French

Overview

The PGCE Secondary French program is designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary to become outstanding secondary school French teachers with Qualified Teacher Status (QTS). The program offers extensive periods of classroom experience supported by outstanding tutors and mentors.

Entry Requirements

• Minimum 2:2 honours degree. If you are not a native or bilingual French speaker, approximately 50% or more of your degree content should have focused on French.
• A strong academic record at A-level (or equivalent), including French, German or Spanish.
• Intermediate level in a second language (German, Spanish, Italian or Arabic). Your ability will be tested at the interview stage. For applicants without a second language, a Subject Knowledge Enhancement course will be offered, available at various institutions, and will be part of the offer conditions.
• Minimum grade C or 4 at GCSE (or equivalent) in English language and mathematics.

Application and Selection

Please note this course is now closed for 2025 entry. Apply through the government website.

Course Details

• Degree awarded: Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE)
• Duration: 1 year
• Full-time: Yes
• Part-time: No
• Full-time distance learning: No
• Part-time distance learning: No

Careers

Become an outstanding secondary school French teacher with Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).

Fees

For entry in the academic year beginning September 2025, the tuition fees are as follows:

• PGCE (full-time)
  • UK students (per annum, subject to Parliamentary approval): £9,535
  • International, including EU, students (per annum): £23,500

Scholarships/Sponsorships

There are three types of Government funding available for teacher training:

• Tax-free bursary or scholarship
• Tuition fee loan and maintenance loan
• Extra financial support if you're a parent or have an adult dependant or a disability

UN Sustainable Development Goals

The 17 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are the world's call to action on the most pressing challenges facing humanity. At The University of Manchester, we address the SDGs through our research and particularly in partnership with our students.

• Goal 4: Quality education
  • Ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all

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The University of Manchester is regulated by the Office for Students (OfS). The OfS aims to help students succeed in Higher Education by ensuring they receive excellent information and guidance, get high quality education that prepares them for the future and by protecting their interests. More information can be found at the OfS website.